Savory Vegan Baked Polenta with Roasted Radicchio

This Vegan Baked Polenta with Roasted Radicchio is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines creamy polenta with the slight bitterness of roasted radicchio. The polenta is cooked until thick and creamy, then baked to give it a crispy crust. The radicchio is roasted until tender and slightly caramelized. It's a perfect dish for a cozy dinner or a side dish for entertaining. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with delicious flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 cup polenta
• 3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 small head radicchio, sliced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the salt and slowly pour in the polenta while whisking continuously.
3. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook the polenta for 25-30 minutes, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.
4. Meanwhile, toss the sliced radicchio with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread it out on a baking sheet and roast it in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until tender and slightly caramelized.
5. Remove the polenta from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken. Then, pour the polenta into a lightly greased baking dish and smooth out the top.
6. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the polenta is set and the top is slightly golden.
7. Once baked, remove the polenta from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Then, cut it into squares or desired shapes.
8. Serve the baked polenta with the roasted radicchio on top, and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired. Enjoy!

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